Chapter 525 Enlightening Big Brother
Chapter 525 Enlightening Big Brother
Although Liu's mother's memory was confused, she was able to distinguish right from wrong. Faced with the Bai family's sky-high bride price, she was at a loss. Apart from the old and dilapidated house at home, she really had nothing to give Xue'er as a dowry.
So she said shamefully: "My dear relatives, I don't have any demands for the betrothal gift or anything like that. You should just take it back! Because I don't have anything valuable to give to my child as a dowry."
"My dear sister, you are being so polite. You have raised such a well-behaved daughter and given her to my family. She is a priceless treasure! Why are you still asking for a dowry?" Bai's mother said, "As for what we give, it's not much. It's not for anything else, but to leave a guarantee for Xue'er. You must accept it, otherwise our family will not be at peace!"
Bai Chen also said, "Take it! Xue'er, don't make things difficult for your parents."
On this happy day, Xue'er didn't want to spoil everyone's fun, so she reluctantly accepted the gift. She handed it to Bai Chen and said, "Chen, you keep it. I don't know how to manage money, and I'm worried about losing it."
"Okay, I'll keep it for you." Bai Chen knew that Xue'er had been poor for many years and was a little overwhelmed by the sudden large sum of money, so he agreed to her request.
The betrothal gifts have been paid, and everyone has tacitly acknowledged their relationship. Today is also their engagement day. Bai Chen is extremely excited. He can also be proud among his brothers. When the day comes when he can coax Xue'er into holding the certificate in her hand, he will be even more satisfied.
The happy atmosphere in the living room seemed somewhat out of place for Bai Xuan. Bai Xuan quietly walked out of the living room and went to the yard to get some fresh air.
Bai Xuan watched the entire engagement process of his younger brother and sister-in-law, and wished them all the best in his heart. When he saw Xueer's attitude towards money, he couldn't help but think of Chen Mengmeng back then, with that snobbish expression that was blinded by money. Thinking about it now, it was really annoying.
The saddest thing is, how could he be deceived by her for several years? Bai Xuan was immersed in his own thoughts when suddenly his shoulder was patted.
"Brother, what's wrong? Do you miss her?" Bai Chen asked.
"You little brat, what nonsense are you talking about? If you couldn't bear to part with me, you wouldn't have divorced me. I just think I was too stupid at the time. She was full of flaws back then, but I jumped into the pit. Now you have ended up like this. Alas!" Bai Xuan said with emotion.
"Brother, it's a good thing you got out of it in time. Take time to participate in more activities in the future. You will definitely find the girl of your dreams. I will also keep an eye out for her in my circle." Bai Chen comforted his elder brother.
"Forget it, let's just let nature take its course! After this incident, I no longer yearn for married life." Bai Xuan said dejectedly.
"Anything else! You are the typical example of someone who gets scared once and fears ropes for ten years! Brother, there are so many good girls in the world. You can't resist women just because of Chen Mengmeng!" Bai Chen said.
"Besides, your parents will be worried. Listen to my advice, adjust for a few days, go out more often, and maybe you will meet your true love." Bai Chen said encouragingly.
"Don't we still have you? From now on, the task of raising grandchildren will be left to you. I think your Xue'er is really good. Put away your playful mind and treat her well in the future." Bai Xuan said.
"Don't worry! I will complete my mission, and don't try to evade your responsibility. Let's work together!" Bai Chen said.
Bai Xuan looked at Bai Chen's expectant eyes, smiled and agreed: "Okay, let's work hard together!" Then he asked: "You are already engaged, when do you plan to hold the wedding?"
"Let's listen to Xue'er. She is young and her family situation is a bit bad. She wants to wait until her mother's condition gets better!" Bai Chen said.
"Then you let her do it?" Bai Xuan asked in surprise. His younger brother has been very righteous since he was young. Let alone such a big thing as marriage, he is usually very selfish even in small matters. But today he can actually consider other people's opinions.
"Of course she does. Xue'er is a girl with low self-esteem. Before she met me, she had to pretend to be ugly to protect herself at work. She first came to my house to be a maid just to repay a favor. Later, when she was with me, she never dared to think of becoming my wife. Now that her temper has just relaxed a little, I don't want to push her too hard and scare her away." Bai Chen analyzed.
"Oh, second brother, you have finally matured. You will definitely be happy." Bai Xuan said.
"Lend your auspicious words."
"Okay, go back to the house quickly! Your Xue'er won't be able to see you later and will be worried!" Bai Xuan patted Bai Chen's shoulder and urged.
"how about you?"
"I'm going back too."
So the two brothers went into the house together. Xue'er was looking for Bai Chen. "Chen, where have you been? It took you so long to come back."
"I was just chatting with brother. Why do you miss me after not seeing him for such a while?" Bai Chen pinched Xue'er's little face and said in a nonsensical way.
Xue'er looked around, luckily no one noticed them. She grabbed Bai Chen's hand and said shyly, "Who missed you? You are so shameless. You can give Big Brother some advice. If we meet any good girls, we can introduce them to Big Brother."
"I thought so too. By the way, baby, what do you want to talk to me about?" Bai Chen asked.
"Auntie asked to find you guys for dinner."
Then the whole family had lunch together to celebrate Bai Chen and Xueer's engagement.
At the dining table, Bai Xuan took out a gold card and gave it to Xue'er, saying, "Sister-in-law, you know my situation. Your engagement was so hasty, and I didn't prepare any gifts. Giving money is a bit vulgar, but it's also my intention. Please accept it!"
After hearing this, Xue'er hurriedly refused: "Brother, Auntie has already given me so much, I really don't need it."
"This is a gift from my eldest brother. It's up to you whether to use it or not, but you must accept it." Bai Xuan said seriously.
"Oh! Okay then!" Xue'er said fearfully, thinking of returning it to Bai Chen. Bai Chen looked at Xue'er's expression and shook his head helplessly.
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